Plumbing Field Engineer

CSA Group, Architects and Engineers; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CSA Group, Architects and Engineers in Albany, NY area is seeking a Mechanical Engineer focused on construction inspection to support fast-paced, diverse projects in healthcare, labs, and pharmaceutical facilities. You will monitor construction, prepare comprehensive reports, and enforce codes and safety standards.

Required are a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5 years of experience, a valid driver’s license, OSHA 30, and ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Accredited University.
• 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in mechanical, plumbing, laboratories, healthcare, pharmaceutical facilities, and R&D.
• Valid Class C (or equivalent) driver’s license.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety certification.
• Knowledge of construction inspection procedures; familiarity with laboratory, healthcare, and Pharmaceutical projects.
• Ability to read, interpret, and enforce plans, specifications, design manuals, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in contract administration: submittals, RFIs, change-orders, claims, and payment application review.
• Skilled in preparing clear, concise written reports, sketches, and photographic records.
• Good oral and written communication; ability to lead meetings and coordinate among diverse stakeholders.
• Curiosity and interest in continuous learning in AI and comfort experimenting and iterating quickly; uses data to validate ideas and measure impact.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day construction monitoring and detailed inspections for Plumbing (including lab waste, medical gases, and compressed air) verifying adherence to plans, specifications, standards, and codes.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive daily inspection reports, Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs), photographs, field books/diaries, sketches, and record drawings.
• Review and process contractor submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, change-order proposals, and contract-claim documentation; conduct change-order and delay-analysis using CPM methods.
• Document and analyze time-and-material and unit-price work; review payment applications and provide recommendations for adjustments.
• Enforce safety procedures (OSHA-30, fall protection, confined-space entry, work-zone requirements); issue noncompliance notices or suspend work for life-threatening safety violations after consultation with supervisors.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project coordination

Reading plans & specs

OSHA Certification

Communication

Data reporting

Team leadership

AI curiosity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

CSA provides the ideal place for you to develop or start your career in a fast-paced, diverse environment. At CSA Group, one of our guiding principles is to treat people with respect, and we appreciate diversity in their backgrounds, experiences and opinions.

Our Success

For more than 65 years, CSA Group has contributed to developing stronger, more resilient facility and infrastructure solutions. Our experience brings plenty of opportunities for you to expand your skill set, challenge yourself, and make an impact.

Social Commitments

One of CSA Group’s most important Guiding Principles is our commitment to contribute to the industries we serve and the communities we live in. This translates into active involvement in a variety of activities and organizations, which provide many opportunities for education and growth for our employees.

Responsibilities

Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Perform day-to-day construction monitoring and detailed inspections for Plumbing (including lab waste, medical gases, and compressed air) verifying adherence to plans, specifications, standards, and codes.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive daily inspection reports, Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs), photographs, field books/diaries, sketches, and record drawings.
• Review and process contractor submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, change-order proposals, and contract-claim documentation; conduct change-order and delay-analysis using CPM methods.
• Document and analyze time-and-material and unit-price work; review payment applications and provide recommendations for adjustments.
• Enforce safety procedures (OSHA-30, fall protection, confined-space entry, work-zone requirements); issue noncompliance notices or suspend work for life-threatening safety violations after consultation with supervisors.

Requirements

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Accredited University.
• 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, plumbing, laboratories, healthcare, pharmaceutical facilities, and research and development (R&D).
• Valid Class C (or equivalent) driver’s license.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety certification.
• Knowledge of construction inspection procedures, familiarity with laboratory, healthcare, and Pharmaceutical (research and development) projects
• Ability to read, interpret, and enforce plans, specifications, design manuals, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in contract administration: submittals, RFIs, change-orders, claims, and payment application review.
• Skilled in preparing clear, concise written reports, sketches, and photographic records.
• Good oral and written communication; ability to lead meetings and coordinate among diverse stakeholders.
• Capacity to identify constructability issues, recommend corrective actions, and promote efficient project delivery.
• Curiosity and interest in continuous learning in AI and comfort experimenting and iterating quickly; uses data to validate ideas and measure impact.
• Commitment to ethical and responsible AI adoption, including privacy-by-design and safe use of tools.